Electrical Technician (Engineering Technician 3) - 23408

Huntington Ingalls Industries; Virginia, Philadelphia (MN, Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense technology is seeking an Engineering Technician to provide comprehensive support to the Data Acquisition Systems Engineering Team. The ideal candidate will possess a technical degree and relevant experience, as well as a Secret Security Clearance. You will work closely with cutting-edge technologies to support military readiness and operations, directly contributing to national security solutions.

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Employee assistance programs

Qualifications

• AA or other 2-year technical degree and 3 years related experience required.
• Four years electronics engineering experience in naval systems required.
• Active Secret Security Clearance needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering technician support to the DAS Engineering Team.
• Troubleshoot DAS instrumentation issues using measurement tools.
• Support planning and preparation for upcoming components.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Calibration

Electrical Systems

Communication

Education

AA or 2 year technical degree

High School + 5 years related experience

Job description

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Location: Philadelphia, PA, Virginia, United States

Requisition Number:23408

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$56,814.00-$70,000.00

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:Mid

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS).Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a skilled and motivated Engineering Technician to join our dynamic team. This work is for NSWCPD Code 533 and requires the candidate to be on-site in Philadelphia 4-5 days a week.

The Engineering Technician will be responsible for providing comprehensive engineering technician support to the Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) Engineering Team, encompassing operation, maintenance, and installation of various DAS programs. Proactively troubleshoot DAS instrumentation issues using diverse measurement tools to achieve resolution. Support the DAS Engineering Team with advance planning, development, and organization for pre-installation preparation of upcoming components. Identify, document, report, and recommend improvements for unexpected or abnormal conditions to the DAS Engineering Team. Must be comfortable working with electrical equipment, including low and medium voltage switchboards, generators, transformers, and load centers.

What You Will Do

• Performs a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and/or optical areas.
• Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, diagnoses, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems.
• Works from schematics, engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
• Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format.
• Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions.
• Exclude technicians working in production or quality assurance.

Candidate will be working on the following:

• Trials Data Acquisition & Analysis System (various hulls)
• FFG-62 Land Based Engineering Site (LBES)
• DDG(X) Land Based Test Site (LBTS)
• DDG-51 Land Based Engineering Site
• Advanced Weapons Elevator Land Based Engineering Test Site
• Power & Energy Dynamic Assessment Laboratory
• Full Ship Shock Trials Electrical Power Monitoring (various hulls)

What You Must Have

• AA or other 2 year technical degree in related discipline and 3 years of related experience, or HS + 5 years related (DoD/USN) experience.
• Candidate must have four (4) years of electronics engineering experience in the operation, test and maintenance of naval ship Combat Systems, Hull, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic, equipment and systems.
• Candidate must have experience with the use of naval ship blueprint and technical manual drawings to produce artwork suitable for inclusion in documentation.
• Candidate must have Active Secret Security Clearance
• Candidate Must be located or willing to locate within the Philadelphia, PA region
• Candidate must have knowledge of instrumentation and low voltage (<48V) circuit wiring methods and techniques.
• Candidate must have knowledge of electronics including resistors, capacitors, and other terminal board components.
• Candidate must be capable of operating mechanical tools, power tools, perform cable terminations, and move heavy equipment to fabricate test enclosures.
• Candidate must be comfortable working within electrical equipment, including Low Voltage and Medium Voltage switchboards, generators, transformers, and load centers.
• Candidate must have good organization skills and attention to detail, have strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to utilize and operate software with minimal oversight.
  

Bonus Points For Having!

• Possess the ability to develop, coordinate, and execute Work Execution Documents and Technical Artifacts supporting DAS installations.
• Possess the ability to understand and execute National Electric Code, NFPA 70 for DAS installations on LBTS/LBES.

Physical Requirements

Job performance requires adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements of the job. A waterfront office work environment is normally encountered.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.